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Woman's evening dress

Designed by: Arnold Scaasi (American, 1930–2015)
Worn by: Gayfryd Steinberg
American
Spring 1987
Object Place: New York, New York, United States

Medium/Technique Silk satin; silk plain weave; rhinestones; plastic
Dimensions Center back: 147.3 cm (58 in.)
Credit Line Gift of Gayfryd Steinberg
Accession Number2010.468
NOT ON VIEW
ClassificationsCostumes

DescriptionWhite satin sleeveless evening dress patterned with "diamond," "pearl," and colored rhinestones. Draped bodice with row of covered buttons over a zipper along center back. Lined in white silk with black and white interior label: ARNOLD SCAASI.
ProvenanceBefore 2010, purchased by Gayfryd Steinberg, New York City; gift of Steinberg to the MFA (Accession date: June 16, 2010)